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Branch

U.S. Air Force

Members

About AFLOA

The Air Force Legal Operations Agency (AFLOA) was established in 2006 as a Field Operating Agency under the United States Air Force Judge Advocate General's Corps. Its primary mission is to provide comprehensive legal support across a broad spectrum of practice areas, including military justice, civil law, environmental law, and claims litigation. AFLOA consolidates specialized legal functions and expertise, supporting Air Force commanders, legal offices, and personnel worldwide. Over the years, AFLOA has played a critical role in safeguarding the legal interests of the Air Force, ensuring compliance with federal law, and maintaining high standards of legal service throughout the service branch.

Unit Members

Michael Farr

U.S. Air Force

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Alan Wise

U.S. Air Force

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Photos

Osan Korea Electronic Warfare Technician

51 Component Repair Squadron • U.S. Air Force • 1979

Boeing 767 Captain

U.S. Air Force • 2017

Towing Gliders

U.S. Air Force • 2000

C-141 Flight Engineer Graduation

708 Military Airlift Squadron • U.S. Air Force • 1982

About AFLOA

About this Unit

Historical Facts

• Origins: The Air Force Legal Operations Agency (AFLOA) was established in 2006 to consolidate and enhance legal services across the United States Air Force. • Global Reach: AFLOA’s attorneys and paralegals provide legal support not just in the U.S., but to Air Force operations worldwide, including deployed locations and combat zones. • Wide Legal Spectrum: AFLOA handles a diverse range of legal matters, from military justice and environmental law to civil litigation and international law. • Litigation Powerhouse: The agency represents the Air Force in federal courts, including the U.S. Supreme Court, and before administrative boards, defending the service in complex legal cases. • Crime Investigation: AFLOA includes the Air Force’s criminal prosecution and defense teams, ensuring due process for Airmen and maintaining discipline and justice. • Environmental Advocacy: AFLOA’s environmental law team has played a key role in negotiating compliance and remediation with federal and state environmental agencies. • Protecting Whistleblowers: The agency’s labor and employment law teams are instrumental in safeguarding the rights of Air Force employees, including whistleblower protections. • Education and Training: AFLOA operates the Air Force Judge Advocate General's School, providing advanced legal education to military and civilian attorneys and paralegals. • Medal-Winning Team: AFLOA attorneys and paralegals have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Federal Service Award and the American Bar Association’s Outstanding Military Service Award. • Historical Cases: AFLOA lawyers have been instrumental in landmark military legal cases, including those involving constitutional rights, sexual assault prevention, and major operational law issues.